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Celebration dinner for Cook Around the World contestants

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Today I had the privilege of taking my eight Cook Around the World contestants to a celebration dinner at the OSU Culinary Institute in Okmulgee.

Deanna Whitlock,

Bristow woman arrested on alleged child sexual abuse

Angie Gentry Angie.gentry@bristownews.com

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

On Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 Creek County Sheriff's office arrested Deanna Whitlock, age 52, from Bristow, on alleged child sexual abuse, enabling child sexual abuse and child neglect. Whitlock was taken into custody and booked into the Creek County Jail.

Bristow’s Route 66: Past and Future

Jessica Lynn Freelancer Writer

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Bristow is a small town with a big connection to Route 66, the famous “Mother Road.” For almost 100 years, travelers have stopped here. The town’s old gas stations, neon signs, and brick streets tell the story of busy days long ago.

The new Dewey Street, Sapulpa Oklahoma

Dewey Street in Sapulpa is back open, just in time for Route 66 Centennial

Jessica Lynn Freelancer Writer

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Good news for folks in Creek County: Sapulpa’s Dewey Street reopened Friday, January 16, 2026, after nearly a year of construction.

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Register now for the annual Miss Tablouleh Pageant

News Staff

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

The 21st annual Miss Tabouleuh Festival pageant registration is now open. This year the pageant will be held in conjunction with the Bristow High School FCCLA's Fashion Show as part of the Rte 66 Centennial Celebration. It is sure to be a great night of fashion and fun.

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Man impersonating law enforcement

Angie Gentry Angie.gentry@bristownews.com

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Last week a woman was traveling on the Turner Turnpike near the construction zone in Stroud area when she noticed a man in a black truck driving beside her. She, at the time, didn't pay much attention to him. People drive beside you in the other lane all the time.

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The HR Group expands Asset Integrity Services with acquisition of CRM Blasting and Painting

News Staff

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

The HR Group is excited to announce the addition of CRM Blasting and Painting to its Asset Integrity division, further strengthening its comprehensive service offerings for the energy sector.

Community Events

News Staff

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

All Things Farm Related SwapThird Sunday of each month. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Tractor Supply parking lot.Bristow Garden ClubThe Bristow Garden Club meets thesecond Thursdayofthe month at 1:30 p.m. at Chamber building. (purple builiding on 4th S treet.

I Have a Dream.....

News Staff

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

I say to you today, my friends, so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.

How coordinated efforts can help prevent infant and toddler homelessness

News Staff

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

(StatePoint) When families have safe, stable housing, access to high-quality early development programs, and other supports that meet their needs, young children have a strong foundation to grow. However, too many families are struggling to meet children’s basic needs.

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